Straddle the border on this walk of wonders. Offa’s engineers took a short cut to meet their King’s demands, marking the mineral wealth of Llanymynech as Mercian by building on the ramparts of a much earlier and massive Iron Age fort. The Romans were first to mine here, pre-dating Offa’s engineers by some margin. But Victorian engineering surpassed them all, cutting these steep cliffs and building canals and railways to remove their spoils.

This walk takes you on a circular route which links the towpath with celebrated footpaths in this area. Head north along the
Montgomery canal from Arddleen to Four Crosses. Here, join the Offa’s Dyke path, heading south through open farmland
to join the Severn Way. Rejoin the canal towpath at Pool Quay and pass by Burgedin Locks before entering Arddleen.

• Full walk 11.5 miles / 18.5km
• Shorter walk via Pool Quay : 7.5 miles / 12km
• Shorter walk via Four Crosses : 7 miles / 11.2km

A great black hound with flaming eyes haunts the hills of Kington and is said to have inspired Conan Doyle’s Hound of the Baskervilles. From Hergest Ridge you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views of a post-glacial landscape. A curious dog’s leg in the line of Offa’s Dyke on Rushock Hill leads you to the highest 18-hole golf course in England. But don’t play around or the dog will get you!

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This 6.5 mile route starts near the Railway Station (grid reference SJ 285 378) and links Chirk with Chirk castle, Offas Dyke National Trail and the River Ceiriog.

'The walk takes you through many areas of scenic beauty, making the walk worthwhile and enjoyable in all seasons.

It should be noted that this route may be muddy in places and suitable footwear is recommended. There are also stiles, steep slopes and busy roads to negotiate. The route is not suitable for wheelchairs, buggies or small children.

Note - Between 1st of October and 31st of March please use the alternative route which bypasses Chirk Castle

Parking

There is limited on-street parking near the Railway Station.

Public Transport

There are regular services at the start of this walk. Please call 01978 266166 for bus information or see our online bus timetables.

Map

Ordnance Survey Explorer Maps 255 & 256 covers the area but the extract supplied will be all you need for the walk.

So close to Knighton, at the edge of Offa’s kingdom, this challenging walk reaches the Dyke at its most impressive. If that’s not enough reward, the views surely are. In the crystal clear skies of spring the snow-capped mountains of Wales glitter on the horizon. Closer to your feet, the castellated ramparts of Knucklas viaduct echo the legendary defences of Arthurian Knucklas Castle.

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Explore the Monmouthshire countryside on foot, horse or mountain bike for a great family day out.

Enjoy spectacular views towards the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons, keep your eyes peeled for lots of wonderful wildlife, and discover hidden heritage on the 5.5 mile Tread and Trot Trail.

Dating back to 1627 the magnificent Treowen House is a must see on this trail and may be the tallest house in Monmouthshire. It’s definitely a landmark in the landscape. 

Like visiting castles? Stop off at the ruins of Dingestow Castle, one of over 400 castles in Wales. 

Download the Tread and Trot Trails for a great interactive experience for the whole family, or see the route on Viewranger.

See the Visit Wales website for more information and other ideas for great walks and things to do in Wales.

A circular walk from the village of Graigfechan, which links to Offa's Dyke Path National Trail and takes in views of the Vale of Clwyd and beyond.

This lovely circular walk takes you through the beautiful countryside of churchstoke, through woodlands and nature reserves walkers will be able to see everything from the remains of the Iron Age hillfort as well as the quarry and mining near Todleth Hill.

• Distance: 8.8km

For more Archaeological Information on this town including a map with interactive pointers please click the link: CPAT Maps

This interesting circular walk takes you through the town of knighton, showing all the historic houses that the town has to offer some dating back to the 17th century.

• Distance: 2km

For more Archaeological Information on this town including a map with interactive pointers please click the link: CPAT Maps

This beautiful circular walk takes you through the countryside of llanymynech, taking walkers along a canal, next to the remains of a hillfort and through a golf course.

• Distance: 6.6km

For more Archaeological Information on this town including a map with interactive pointers please click the link: CPAT Maps

This lovely circular walk takes you through Llanymynech Lime Works heritage Centre. Then on upto the view point on Llanymynech Rocks for some beautiful views of the countryside.

• Distance: 4km

For more Archaeological Information on this town including a map with interactive pointers please click the link: CPAT Maps

This scenic circular walk takes you through the farming fields of Montgomery east, from the remnants of ridge and furrow farming from the middle ages to boardyhall wood past lymore lodge and current farm buildings.

• Distance: 5km

For more Archaeological Information on this town including a map with interactive pointers please click the link: CPAT Maps

This wonderful circular walk takes you through the interesting countryside of Montgomery west, along side the remains of a castle and through the beutiful woodlands in Montgomery.

• Distance: 2.5km

For more Archaeological Information on this town including a map with interactive pointers please click the link: CPAT Maps

This lovely circular walk takes you through the small village of New Radnor, this lovely walk goes along side a farm that dates back to the 16th century and other historic buildings from churches to a motte and bailey. 

• Distance: 1.6km

For more Archaeological Information on this town including a map with interactive pointers please click the link: CPAT Maps

This long scenic circular walk takes you through the beautiful countryside of presteigne, This country walk has much to offer from a medieval earthwork castle in the woods to a post medievel rabbit farm.

• Distance: 16.2km

For more Archaeological Information on this town including a map with interactive pointers please click the link: CPAT Maps

This historic circular walk takes you through the town of Presteigne, from medieval mansions to St Andrews Church that has some 10th century Saxon stonework, 14th century nave and fond and 16th century tapestry. Distance: 2.3km For more Archaeological Information on this town including a map with interactive pointers please click the link: CPAT Maps  

The stunning 6 mile Llangollen History Trail starts in Llangollen, visiting several historic landmarks such as Horseshoe Falls. Some sections can be challenging with stiles, kissing gates and steep stairs.

Renowned for the surrounding hills and the River Dee, Llangollen has something for every visitor with its independent shops and places to eat, drink and stay to suit every budget. You can take a stroll along the Victoria Promenade to the Riverside Park for a picnic or watch the river tumble down beneath the bridge. This is a great base to explore the area and the Llangollen History Trail is one of the best ways to do it.

You can see the route in Viewranger here or Visit Dee Valley Walks for route directions.

See the Visit Wales website for more information and other ideas for great walks and things to do in Wales.

A choice of interesting circular routes which take in the Vale of Clwys, Moel Famau Country Park and Offa's Dyke Path National Trail. The routes pass a number of historic features, including the sites of eight abandoned farm houses, a magical holy well and the striking St Cynhafal's church

A choice of interesting circular routes which take in the Vale of Clwys, Moel Famau Country Park and Offa's Dyke Path National Trail. The routes pass a number of historic features, including the sites of eight abandoned farm houses, a magical holy well and the striking St Cynhafal's church

In winter’s snow the stone-throne in Candy Woods would be more at home in Narnia than Shropshire. But this land is as epic as Lewis’ fantasy. Offa’s Dyke marked out a border with Wales, later controlled by the Norman ‘Marcher Lords’ who built castles along it as mighty as Cair Paravel. And Mad Jack Mytton, who gambled away his inheritance here, once rode a bear into dinner and named his son Euphrates after his favourite racehorse. Did a Witch Queen freeze the horses’ heads?

A 6 mile walk from Monmouth up into King's Wood, using a section of Offa's Dyke Path, and returning through woodland and fields. Some steep sections and stiles.

A 5 mile circular walk between Llantilio Crossenny and White Castle using sections of the Three Castles Walk and Offa's Dyke Path. Fields, tracks and lanes with some stiles and slopes. Hogs Head pub is on the route.

A 5.8 mile circular walk taking in the Offa's Dyke path from Llanvetherine to Llangattock Lingoed, then returning through undulating farmland and ancient tracks around Tump Farm. Some stiles and several steep sections. Can be muddy when wet.

A 6.3 mile walk along the Offa's Dyke Path from Monmouth to Redbrook, returning along the River Wye on the Wye Valley Walk. There is a steep ascent to the Kymin Naval Temple.

This scenic circular walk takes you through the farming fields of Montgomery east, from the remnants of ridge and furrow farming from the middle ages to boardyhall wood past lymore lodge and current farm buildings. The route takes you through Lymore estate and onto a section of the Offa's Dyke Path.

The name ‘Newcastle on Clun’ should tell you all you need to know about this valley. The conquering hand of the Norman overlords controlling this corridor into the Welsh heartland is clear. But what of Offa? The intimidating Dyke across the Clun marked his territorial intentions. ‘I am King of Mercia, do not

defy me,’ it said. Farming in the valley may have erased the Earthwork’s crossing, but Fron Motte has stood the test of time. Its roots pre-date even Offa by more than a thousand years.

Please see PDF for shorter routes

A moderate 5.5 mile linear walk with one hard climb to Hergest Ridge, steeped in legend and with great views. Allow 3 hours.

A moderate 5.5 mile linear walk, with some climbs, leads to Rushock Hill where there are superb views across Herefordshire and Wales. The first part is on the Mortimer Trail, with frequent green and white waymarks to help you. The last part is on the Offa's Dyke Path, with the acorn (National Trail) waymarks to reassure you. Allow 3 hours.

An energetic 9.5 mile linear walk on bridleways and quiet lanes to Offa's Dyke Path then a steep climb over Herrock, across Rushock and Bradnor hills to descend into Kington.

A moderate 5 mile ramble through undulating countryside and walking alongside some of the finest stretches of the dyke and earthworks. Gentle climb out of Norton; the descent is fairly steeply into Knighton.

A moderate 5 mile walk from Knucklas with a steady climb to Bailey Hill to meet Glyndwr's Way which passes through hill country and through an old quarter of Knighton to the Narrows and Clock Tower.

A 3 mile walk along Offa's Dyke and through Kinsley Wood. A great way to sample Offa's Dyke Path without strenuous climbs. Howerver, you need sturdy boots for the downhill sections of path, some of which are steep.

The Hoffman Hike derives its name from the Hoffman Kiln, one of only three remaining 20th century lime burning kilns in Britain. The kiln, chimney and the distinctive Llanymynech Hill provide the backdrop to some wonderful landscape views, industrial heritage and wildlife habitats.

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Selattyn Hill’s Bronze Age ring cairn, Victorian tower and World War II lookout start this walk through time. In few places along its 80-mile length does the 8th century earth bank and broad ditch of Offa’s Dyke tower so impressively. Only the distant view of the magnificent 14th century Chirk Castle can match it.

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Ty Mawr Country Park

Ty Mawr Country Park lies on the banks of the River Dee in the beautiful Vale of Llangollen, part of the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley Area out Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Ty Mawr has all the fun of the farm in a magnificent setting beneath the arches of the Cefn Viaduct. There are lots of animals you can meet at Ty Mawr such as donkeys, pigs, and goats. You can even feed our free range chickens and ducks or admire Carlos and Pedro the Llamas, who guard our sheep from foxes!

At Ty Mawr we do not use chemicals and pesticides on the land. That is why we have many species of wild plants and animals and in the summer our traditional hay meadows are full of colour. Why not take a gentle stroll down to the river, sit and relax and see if you can spot a salmon jumping!

Picturesquely situated beneath the dramatic Cefn Viaduct on the banks of the River Dee, Ty Mawr provides some of the best scenery around.

Whether it is to admire the view, to see the farm animals or to take a walk, you could bring a picnic and have a great family day out at Ty Mawr Country Park.

Walks around Ty Mawr

Why not take a longer walk along the riverside to the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct - recently designated a world heritage site - along the Cefn Heritage Trail or link up with the Offas Dyke National Trail?

The walks at Ty Mawr and some other parks have been 'calorie mapped' so that you can see how many calories you will burn on the walks. This information is on the map as you enter the park or available to download.

Events

Ty Mawr Country Park provides Events throughout the year which are for both adults and children. You can view or download a copy of our events programme.

New Barn Centre

The Barn at Ty Mawr has recently been refurbished and it now an excellent facility within the park. The rooms are regularly used for environmental education with visiting school groups, and for park events. They can also be hired for children's birthday parties, used for meetings, conferences, training courses and other community events. For further details contact Ty Mawr on 01978 822780, email tymawr@wrexham.gov.uk.

A moderate four and a half mile walk through woodlands and quiet country lanes, with one steep climb. Allow two to three hours. 6 stiles.

A relaxed, six mile walk on grassland, forest tracks and monor roads, taking around three hours.

A hilly nine and a half mile, linear walk, with stunning views along the hilltops between Knighton and Bucknell taking around five hours. 10+ stiles.

A flat, easy five mile linear walk along the Redlake and Teme Rivers between Bucknell and Leintwardine taking around two and a half hours. 5 Stiles.

A 5.5 mile walk along the edge of the spectacular Stiperstones then easy walking across a valley scattered with mining remains, taking 2 to 3 hours.

A seven mile walk up through woodland and forest, past relics of industry and gently back along meadows beside Minsterley Brook taking 3.5 to 4.5 hours

A 6.5 mile walk witha steady climb beside the Darnford Brook and along an ancient drovers road taking 2 to 3 hours.

A four and a half mile walk with a steady climb up onto Cothercott Hill where there are wonderful views, then along an ancient highway, taking two to three hours.

An undulating four and a half mile walk with tremendous views taking 3 to 4 hours.

A 4.5 mile walk with a steady climb up to Wenlock Edge and along the woodland ridge above Apedale taking 2 to 3 hours.

A leisurely, four mile walk across farmland and through woodland taking two to three hours. 14 stiles.

A challenging four mile walk on grassland and quiet lanes, taking in Bromlow Callow and Castle Ring fort, taking around two to three hours. 15 stiles.

A relaxed, four and a half mile walk over fields and quiet lanes, with one steep climb, taking between two and three hours. 15 stiles.

A bracing six and a half mile walk with steady climbs, from bishop's castle to Lydbury North crossing Oakeley Mynd, taking around three to four hours. 15+ stiles.

A moderate six mile walk following the Shropshire Way to Bury Ditches, taking three to four hours. 4 stiles.

Please see PDF for shorter route

A four mile walk around the lower slopes of Graig Hill, with wonderful views, taking around two and a half hours. 4-5 stiles

See PDF for alternate routes.

A hilly five and a half mile walk through meadows and woods, returning by the River Redlake taking around three hours. 6+ stiles.

Enjoy a tour around this Edwardian market town, through Rectory Wood to Carding Mill Valley. Allow two hours for the walk and plenty of time to explore.

Discover the secrets and hidden gems of "The Arms". Allow three to four hours with around two miles of leisurely walking, along the River Onny to Stokesay Castle

Ludlow offers a fine day out for all the family with a wide range of things to keep you busy. This leaflet includes some of the highlights of the town including a leisurely stroll along the river Teme with historical, architectural and geological interest, and the option of a longer walk to Bromfield.

See PDF for longer route.

Once a 'rotten borough' now a thriving historic market town; enjoy a day out soaking up the atmostphere and exploring the historic buildings and beautiful countryside.